Types of test performed by Stretchtest

Two types of test are available.
1) Routine non destructive testing to confirm required strength. This means that the item to be tested is stressed to a pre-defined figure. Finished garments when tested by this means can be safely sold, if they pass with no fabric damage. This conforms to BSI 7907 1997 standards and the machine can be easily set to meet other standards.

2) Destructive testing, to establish ultimate tensile strength - the failure point.

What can be tested
Stretchtest tests the strength of component attachment on clothing. This include press-studs, poppers, buttons, bows, beads, toggles, hooks and other trims. Security of zip-pulls and zip end stops can be tested and also the stitching used to attach the zip. Another important test is seam strength.

Labels
Printed labels can be produced to confirm the results of each test. As worldwide, the tightening up of legislation is happening, permanent printed records of tests are becoming necessary. Labels/tickets when raised come with test number, date, real time, length of test, force reached and either "pass" or "fail", printed automatically. As a further safeguard, the operator has to fill in manually, the result of a visual inspection. An example, being the button remains on after testing but the button or fabric is damaged, thus it becomes a failed garment. The operator can fill in further valuable information, as the ticket is designed for full record keeping, at any stage of the production cycle. The operator has to fill in their name at the bottom of the label which completes due diligence ­ confirmation that truly adequate testing has been done. Extra software to link a machine to a PC will be available.

Who was Stretchtest designed for
Designers, Manufacturers , Importers/Exporters, Distributors , Wholesalers, Warehouses - for random testing and even Retailers. Because this is done quickly in-house. a great deal of time and expense can be saved, as this service complements the services of the main testing houses.

Suitale for Allied Trades
Developed originally for children's clothing Stretchtest can also be invaluable for testing, certain components and operations used in the production cycle of - luggage, household textiles, jewellery and toys.